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    Securities / Derivatives

    CSRC Outlines 'Differentiated Regulation' to Build 'First-Class' Investment Banks

    By Manesh Samtani | 09/12/2025

    The CSRC signals looser capital and leverage rules for top firms and stricter oversight for others to foster global champions.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Korea to Bolster Crypto AML Rules, Introduce Account Freezing System

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/12/2025

    KoFIU will strengthen cross-border rules and introduce a system to suspend suspicious accounts amid a crackdown on transnational crime.

    Securities / Derivatives

    China Proposes Sweeping Overhaul of Listed Company Regulation

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/12/2025

    The draft rules aim to tighten corporate governance, combat financial fraud, and enhance investor protection for the country's listed firms.

    Securities / Derivatives

    HKEX Aligns OTC Clear Margin Policy with New Reference Rate Model

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/12/2025

    From January 2026, interest on cash collateral at the clearing house will be based on benchmark rates minus a handling fee.

    Securities / Derivatives

    CSRC Chief Wu Qing Unveils Sweeping Capital Market Reform Agenda

    By Mark Johnston | 08/12/2025

    The plan prioritises support for tech innovation, attracting long-term capital, and expanding high-level institutional opening-up, says CSRC Chairman.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    China Declares RWA Tokenisation 'Illegal Financial Activity'

    By Mark Johnston | 08/12/2025

    A joint warning from seven industry bodies clarifies the legal status of RWA and extends liability to domestic staff of overseas firms.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Korea Prepares New Legislation Targeting Surge in Voice Phishing Scams

    By Manesh Samtani | 07/12/2025

    Authorities will mandate new compensation rules and data sharing obligations for financial firms after voice phishing scam losses hit a record high.

    Capital / Liquidity

    Australia Proposes Three-Tier Prudential Framework for Banks

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/12/2025

    The plan creates a new top tier for the largest banks and introduces transition periods to support competition and growth.

    Fintech / Regtech

    Taiwan Central Bank Offers Update on CBDC, Stablecoin Rules

    By Manesh Samtani | 05/12/2025

    Central bank governor outlines plans for a new virtual asset law and details progress on a wholesale CBDC for settling tokenised assets.

    Securities / Derivatives

    DTCC Flags Potential for Higher Margin, Capital Rules for US 24x5 Trading

    By Manesh Samtani | 05/12/2025

    Report highlights demand from APAC investors and outlines new operational and risk management considerations for firms trading US equities overnight.

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